Sr. Scientist-LNP Process Development

Responsibilities

• Perform design‑of‑experiments studies to identify critical process parameters and characterize normal operating ranges, process acceptable ranges for each unit operation.
• Collaborate with process and analytical teams to develop and qualify scale‑down models for Phase 3 process characterization.
• Contribute to locking a scaled‑up, Phase 3‑ready process through ongoing de‑risking studies.
• Support technology transfers of late‑stage programs to manufacturing sites and assist with batch readiness activities and technical investigations.
• Author process development and characterization reports and support regulatory documentation drafting.
• Participate in technical discussions and meetings; proactively communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Maintain updated lab notebooks and support equipment troubleshooting and maintenance as needed.

• BS degree in a relevant scientific discipline (Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field) with 3+ years of industry experience in LNP formulation, OR MS degree in a relevant discipline with 1+ years of industry experience in LNP formulation.
• Hands‑on experience with LNP unit operations such as tangential flow filtration, high‑pressure mixing, filtration, and lipid solubilization.
• Experience using statistical software to analyze and trend large datasets and to guide future studies and reporting.

• Strong experience with process development and process characterization is strongly preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a team‑driven, goal‑oriented environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration.
• Ability to prioritize multiple activities and handle ambiguity.

• Position Location:
  
  Boston, MA.

Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F‑1 CPT, F‑1 OPT, F‑1 STEM OPT, J‑1, H‑1B, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, or L‑1. Lilly is a proud EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage range for this position is $71,250 - $187,000. Full‑time employees are also eligible for a company bonus, a 401(k) plan, pension, vacation benefits, medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits, flexible benefits, life and death insurance, time‑off and leave of absence benefits, and well‑being benefits.